The Nano Jacket by Marmot is their ULTRA-light, packable rain shell that is made with 100% taped seams and constructed with GORE-TEX Paclite for the ultimate in lightweight rainwear. The Nano is waterproof and highly breathable for backpacking, hiking or getting to school or work in the rain, whatever you choose, you won't feel the weight in your bag or pack when carrying it for inclement weather. High placed pockets allow for accessibility when wearing a pack, letting you keep chapstick, camera, etc for quick grabbing. Laser drilled pocket backing enhances breathability.

Features

100% Seam Taped For Full Waterproofness

Angel-Wing Movement Allows Full Range of Motion in Arms so Jacket Doesn't Ride Up

Asymmetric Cuffs

Attached Adjustable Hood Rolls Up and is Secured with a Velcro Hood Tab

The Rock/Creek guide to Marmot rain jackets"I’ll be the first to admit it: it can be a bit confusing to shop for rain jackets. It seems every manufacturer has their own proprietary waterproofing technology, a couple of trademarked names, and there must be hundreds of different rain jackets on the market! Since Marmot makes our best-selling line of rain jackets, let’s start by focusing there… but things are still a little tricky..."

Perfect for summer rain. More fitted than similar Gore-Tex jackets, but the more tailored fit looks nice. Still roomy enough to put on another layer for cooler weather. Buy a size up to fit a fleece under it for the perfect winter jacket. Chest pockets have air vents; much more attractive than pit zips. A lot more packable than my Mammut Gore-Tex Paclite. Tiny reflective logos are surprisingly *super* powerful. Great price for this level coat.

If you want a light-wt but high performance shell that is packable, breathable, and waterproof, this is the one. It has no insulation but as an outer layer with a fleece or light-wt down underneath it is perfect to break the wind, snow & rain. Been using it this winter in 20-30's temps with wind. The moldable brim with adjustable hood is a nice touch. After about 1 month of use, the only down side so far is the zipper - the zipper tug is small so you can't use it with gloves and the zipper doesn't go up and down using one hand - you need both. BTW Rock Creek had a fabulous deal!!